Taylor Hicks Calls Jonas Brothers "Classy Act"

Thousands of fans crowded outside the "Live With Regis & Kelly" studios while waiting for the Jonas Brothers to arrive Thursday morning. Taylor Hicks was one of them.

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Hicks, the "American Idol" season five winner who is currently starring in the Broadway production of "Grease," told People that he is a true fan of the Jonas Brothers.

"What they do is awesome because it gets kids into music," he said. "They are a classy act."

Hicks, 31, grabbed a sign from a fan and held it up as the band arrived.

"Once I arrived and saw all the Jonas Brothers fans, I got in on the screaming. We were all having a great time out there," he said.

Hicks mentioned that he is enjoying his Broadway experience so far.

"I love New York. I'm working on Broadway and it's a great way for me to get my feet wet in acting and a great way to season yourself as a performer."